Sony DSX-A500BD Operation Manual [ml]
4-584-013-11(1)
DAB/FM/MW/LW
Digital Media
Player
To cancel the demonstration (DEMO) display, see page 19.
For the connection/installation, see page 29.
Zum Deaktivieren der Demo-Anzeige (DEMO) schlagen Sie
bitte auf Seite 21 nach.
Informationen zum Anschluss und zur Installation finden Sie auf
Seite 32.
Pour annuler la démonstration (DEMO), reportez-vous à la
page 20.
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Per annullare la dimostrazione (DEMO), vedere pagina 19.
Per l’installazione e i collegamenti, consultare pagina 31.
Om de demonstratie (DEMO) te annuleren, zie pagina 20.
Raadpleeg pagina 31 voor meer informatie over de aansluiting/
installatie.
Operating Instructions
Bedienungsanleitung
Mode d’emploi
Istruzioni per l’uso
Gebruiksaanwijzing
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DSX-A500BD
For safety, be sure to install this unit in the
dashboard of the car as the rear side of the unit
becomes hot during use.
For details, see “Connection/Installation”
(page 29).
Made in Thailand
The nameplate indicating operating voltage, etc., is
located on the bottom of the chassis.
Hereby, Sony Corporation, declares that this
equipment is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of
Directive 1999/5/EC.
For details, please access the following URL:
http://www.compliance.sony.de/
Notice for customers: the following
information is only applicable to equipment
sold in countries applying EU Directives
Manufacturer: Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan
Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan
For EU product compliance: Sony Belgium,
bijkantoor van Sony Europe Limited, Da Vincilaan
7-D1, 1935 Zaventem, Belgium
Disposal of waste batteries and
electrical and electronic
equipment (applicable in the
European Union and other
European countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the product, the battery or on the
packaging indicates that the product and the
battery shall not be treated as household waste. On
certain batteries this symbol might be used in
combination with a chemical symbol. The chemical
symbols for mercury (Hg) or lead (Pb) are added if
the battery contains more than 0.0005% mercury or
0.004% lead. By ensuring these products and
batteries are disposed of correctly, you will help
prevent potentially negative consequences for the
environment and human health which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste
handling. The recycling of the materials will help to
conserve natural resources.
In case of products that for safety, performance or
data integrity reasons require a permanent
connection with an incorporated battery, this
battery should be replaced by qualified service staff
only. To ensure that the battery and the electrical
and electronic equipment will be treated properly,
hand over these products at end-of-life to the
applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment. For all other
batteries, please view the section on how to
remove the battery from the product safely. Hand
the battery over to the applicable collection point
for the recycling of waste batteries. For more
detailed information about recycling of this product
or battery, please contact your local Civic Office,
your household waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product or battery.
Warning if your car’s ignition has no ACC
position
Be sure to set the AUTO OFF function (page 19).
The unit will shut off completely and
automatically in the set time after the unit is
turned off, which prevents battery drain. If you
do not set the AUTO OFF function, press and hold
OFF until the display disappears each time you
turn the ignition off.
Disclaimer regarding services offered by third
parties
Services offered by third parties may be changed,
suspended, or terminated without prior notice.
Sony does not bear any responsibility in these sorts
of situations.
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Important notice
Caution
IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY BE LIABLE FOR ANY
INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING,
WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF
REVENUE, LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF USE OF THE
PRODUCT OR ANY ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT,
DOWNTIME, AND PURCHASER’S TIME RELATED TO
OR ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, ITS
HARDWARE AND/OR ITS SOFTWARE.
Dear customer, this product includes a radio
transmitter.
According to UNECE Regulation no. 10, a vehicle
manufacturers may impose specific conditions for
installation of radio transmitters into vehicles.
Please check your vehicle operation manual or
contact the manufacturer of your vehicle or your
vehicle dealer, before you install this product into
your vehicle.
Emergency calls
This BLUETOOTH car handsfree and the electronic
device connected to the handsfree operate using
radio signals, cellular, and landline networks as well
as user-programmed function, which cannot
guarantee connection under all conditions.
Therefore do not rely solely upon any electronic
device for essential communications (such as
medical emergencies).
On BLUETOOTH communication
Microwaves emitting from a BLUETOOTH device
may affect the operation of electronic medical
devices. Turn off this unit and other BLUETOOTH
devices in the following locations, as it may cause
an accident.
where inflammable gas is present, in a hospital,
train, airplane, or petrol station
near automatic doors or a fire alarm
This unit supports security capabilities that
comply with the BLUETOOTH standard to provide
a secure connection when the BLUETOOTH
wireless technology is used, but security may not
be enough depending on the setting. Be careful
when communicating using BLUETOOTH wireless
technology.
We do not take any responsibility for the leakage
of information during BLUETOOTH
communication.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your unit that are not covered in this manual,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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Table of Contents
Guide to Parts and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Getting Started
Detaching the Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Setting the Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Connecting a USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Connecting Other Portable Audio Device. . . . . . . . 9
Listening to the Radio
Receiving DAB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Using FM/MW/LW. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Using Radio Data System (RDS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Selecting program types (PTY). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Playback
Playing a USB Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Playing a BLUETOOTH Device. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Searching and Playing Tracks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Handsfree Calling (via BLUETOOTH
only)
Receiving a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Making a Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Available Operations during Call . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Useful Functions
Using Siri Eyes Free . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Additional Information
Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Connection/Installation
Cautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Parts List for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Settings
Canceling the DEMO Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Basic Setting Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
General Setup (GENERAL). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Sound Setup (SOUND) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Display Setup (DISPLAY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
BLUETOOTH Setup (BT). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
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Guide to Parts and Controls
Main unit
Front panel release button
SRC (source)
Turn o n the pow er.
Change the source.
OFF
Press and hold for 1 second to turn the source
off and display the clock.
Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to turn
off the power and the display.
Control dial
Rotate to adjust the volume.
PUSH ENTER
Enter the selected item.
MENU*
Open the setup menu.
VOICE (page 17, 18)
Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to
activate voice dial or the Siri function (iPhone
only).
N-Mark
Touch the control dial with Android™
smartphone to make Bluetooth® connection.
* Not available when the BT phone is selected.
Display window
SEEK +/–
During DAB reception:
Select a service. Press and hold to search for an
ensemble.
During FM/MW/LW reception:
Tune in radio stations automatically. Press and
hold to tune manually.
/ (prev/next)
/ (fast-reverse/fast-forward)
PTY (program type)/ (browse) (page 11, 15)
During DAB reception:
Enter the browse mode. Press twice to select
PTY.
During FM reception:
Select PTY in RDS.
During playback:
Enter the browse mode.
CALL
Enter the call menu. Receive/end a call.
Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to
switch the BLUETOOTH signal.
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MODE (page 10, 11, 12, 14, 17)
(back)
Return to the previous display.
Receptor for the remote commander
Number buttons (1 to 6)
Receive stored DAB services or radio stations.
Press and hold to store DAB services or radio
stations.
Call a stored phone number. Press and hold to
store a phone number.
ALBUM /
Skip an album for audio device. Press and hold
to skip albums continuously.
(repeat)
(shuffle)
MIC (page 17)
PAU SE
MEGA BASS
Reinforces bass sound in synchronization with
the volume level. Press to change the MEGA
BASS setting: [1], [2], [OFF].
AUX input jack
DSPL (display)
Press to change display items.
SCRL (scroll)
Press and hold to scroll a display item.
USB port
Microphone (inner panel)
In order for the handsfree function to work
properly, do not cover the microphone with
tape, etc.
Getting Started
Detaching the Front Panel
You can detach the front panel of this unit to
prevent theft.
1 Press and hold OFF until the unit turns
off, press the front panel release button
, then pull the panel towards you to
remove.
Caution alarm
If you turn the ignition switch to the OFF position
without detaching the front panel, the caution
alarm will sound for a few seconds. The alarm will
only sound if the built-in amplifier is used.
Serial numbers
Make sure the serial numbers on the bottom of the
unit and the back of the front panel are matched
correctly. Otherwise you cannot make BLUETOOTH
pairing, connection and disconnection by NFC.
Attaching the front panel
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Setting the Clock
1 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to
select [SET GENERAL], then press it.
2 Rotate the control dial to select [SET
CLOCK-ADJ], then press it.
The hour indication flashes.
3 Rotate the control dial to set the hour
and minute.
To move the digital indication, press SEEK +/–.
4 After setting the minute, press MENU.
The setup is complete and the clock starts.
To display the clock
Press DSPL.
Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device
You can enjoy music, or perform handsfree calling
depending on the BLUETOOTH compatible device
such as a smartphone, cellular phone and audio
device (hereafter “BLUETOOTH device” if not
otherwise specified). For details on connecting,
refer to the operating instructions supplied with the
device.
Before connecting the device, turn down the
volume of this unit; otherwise, loud sound may
result.
Connecting with a Smartphone by One
touch (NFC)
By touching the control dial on the unit with an
NFC* compatible smartphone, the unit is paired and
connected with the smartphone automatically.
* NFC (Near Field Communication) is a technology
enabling short-range wireless communication
between various devices, such as mobile phones and
IC tags. Thanks to the NFC function, data
communication can be achieved easily just by
touching the relevant symbol or designated location
on NFC compatible devices.
For a smartphone with Android OS 4.0 or lower
installed, downloading the app “NFC Easy Connect”
available at Google Play™ is required. The app may
not be downloadable in some countries/regions.
1 Activate the NFC function on the
smartphone.
For details, refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the smartphone.
2 Touch the N-Mark part of the unit with
the N-Mark part of the smartphone.
Make sure that lights up on the di splay of the
unit.
To disconnect by One touch
Touch the N-Mark part of the unit with the N-Mark
part of the smartphone again.
Notes
When making the connection, handle the
smartphone carefully to prevent scratches.
One touch connection is not possible when the unit is
already connected to another NFC compatible device.
In this case, disconnect the other device, and make
connection with the smartphone again.
Pairing and connecting with a
BLUETOOTH device
When connecting a BLUETOOTH device for the first
time, mutual registration (called “pairing”) is
required. Pairing enables this unit and other devices
to recognize each other.
1 Place the BLUETOOTH device within 1 m
(3 ft) of this unit.
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2 Press CALL, rotate the control dial to
[0000]
Input passkey
select [SET PAIRING], then press it.
flashes while the unit is in pairing standby
mode.
3 Perform pairing on the BLUETOOTH
device so it detects this unit.
4 Select [DSX-XXXX] (your model name)
shown in the display of the BLUETOOTH
device.
If your model name does not appear, repeat
from step 2.
5 If passkey* input is required on the
BLUETOOTH device, input [0000].
* Passkey may be called “Passcode,” “PIN code,”
“PIN number” or “Password,” etc., depending on
the device.
When pairing is made, stays lit.
6 Select this unit on the BLUETOOTH device
to establish the BLUETOOTH connection.
or lights up when the connection is made.
Note
While connecting to a BLUETOOTH device, this unit
cannot be detected from another device. To enable
detection, enter the pairing mode and search for this
unit from another device.
To start playback
For details, see “Playing a BLUETOOTH Device”
(page 14).
To cancel pairing
Perform step 2 to cancel the pairing mode after this
unit and the BLUETOOTH device are paired.
Connecting with a paired BLUETOOTH
device
To use a paired device, connection with this unit is
required. Some paired devices will connect
automatically.
1 Press CALL, rotate the control dial to
select [SET BT SIGNL], then press it.
Make sure that lights up.
2 Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the
BLUETOOTH device.
3 Operate the BLUETOOTH device to
connect to this unit.
or lights up.
Icons in the display:
Lights up when handsfree calling is
available by enabling the HFP (Handsfree
Profile).
Lights up when the audio device is
playable by enabling the A2DP
(Advanced Audio Distribution Profile).
To connect the last-connected device from
this unit
Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the
BLUETOOTH device.
Press SRC to select [BT PHONE] or [BT AUDIO].
Press ENTER to connect with the cellular phone, or
PAUSE to connect with the audio device.
Note
While streaming BLUETOOTH audio, you cannot
connect from this unit to the cellular phone. Connect
from the cellular phone to this unit instead.
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Tip
With BLUETOOTH signal on: when the ignition is turned
to on, this unit reconnects automatically to the lastconnected cellular phone.
Connecting with an iPhone/iPod
(BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing)
When an iPhone/iPod with iOS5 or later installed is
connected to the USB port, the unit is paired and
connected with the iPhone/iPod automatically.
To enable BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing, make sure
[AUTOPAIR] in [BT] is set to [ON] (page 21).
1 Activate the BLUETOOTH function on the
iPhone/iPod.
2 Connect an iPhone/iPod to the USB port.
Make sure that lights up on the display of the
unit.
Notes
BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing is not possible if the unit is
already connected to another BLUETOOTH device. In
this case, disconnect the other device, then connect
the iPhone/iPod again.
If BLUETOOTH Auto Pairing is not established, see
“Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device” for details (page 7).
Connecting a USB Device
1 Turn down the volume on the unit.
2 Connect the USB device to the unit.
To connect an iPod/iPhone, use the USB
connection cable for iPod (not supplied).
Connecting Other Portable
Audio Device
1 Turn off the portable audio device.
2 Turn down the volume on the unit.
3 Connect the portable audio device to the
AUX input jack (stereo mini jack) on the
unit with a connecting cord (not
supplied)*.
* Be sure to use a straight type plug.
4 Press SRC to select [AUX].
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To match the volume level of the connected
device to other sources
Start playback of the portable audio device at a
moderate volume, and set your usual listening
volume on the unit.
Press MENU, then select [SET SOUND] [SET AUX
VOL] (page 20).
Listening to the Radio
To listen to the radio, press SRC to select [TUNER].
When the DAB band is selected for the first time
after replacing the car battery or changing the
connections, the initial scan starts automatically.
Allow the initial scan to finish. (If interrupted, the
initial scan will start again the next time you select
the DAB band.) If no DAB station is stored by the
initial scan, perform an auto scan (page 11).
Tip
Set [SET ANT-PWR] to [ON] (default) or [OFF] depending
on the type of DAB antenna (aerial) (page 20).
Receiving DAB
DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) is a transmission
system on te rrestrial networks. DAB stations bundle
radio programs (“services”) into an ensemble, and
each service contains one or more components.
The same service can sometimes be received on
different frequencies.
Searching for a service manually
1 Press MODE to select [DB1], [DB2] or
[DB3].
2 Press SEEK +/– to search within an
ensemble for a service; press and hold
SEEK +/– to search for different
ensembles.
Scanning stops when the unit receives a
service/ensemble. Search until the desired
service is received.
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Storing a service manually
1 While receiving the service that you want
to store, press and hold a number button
(1 to 6) until [MEM] appears.
Receiving stored services
1 After selecting the desired band, press a
number button (1 to 6).
Searching for a service by name (QuickBrowZer™)
You can display a list of services for easy searching.
1 During DAB reception, press (browse).
The unit enters Quick-BrowZer mode, and the
list of services appears.
2 Rotate the control dial to select the
desired service, then press it.
Reception starts.
To exit the Quick-BrowZer mode
Press (back).
Setting DAB announcements
Specific types of DAB announcements that you set
can interrupt the currently selected source.
1 During DAB reception, press MENU,
rotate the control dial to select [SET
GENERAL], then press it.
2 Rotate the control dial to select [SET
ANNOUNCE], then press it.
3 Rotate the control dial to select [SET
ANNC-ON] or [SET ANNC-OFF], then press
it.
Note
During a DAB announcement, the volume is adjusted to
the level set for TA in RDS (page 12).
To listen to the same or similar program even
during weak reception
Set [SET SOFTLINK] to [ON] (page 19).
[FM-LINK] lights up when the corresponding FM
program is being received.
“Hard Link” follows the same program, and “Soft
Link” follows a similar program.
SOFT
LINK
OFF
ON
DAB FM
Hard
Link
Soft
Link
Hard
Link
Soft
Link
Updating the service list automatically
(Auto scan)
1 Press MODE to select [DB1], [DB2] or
[DB3].
2 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to
select [SET GENERAL], then press it.
3 Rotate the control dial to select [SET
AUTOSCAN], then press it.
The unit updates the list of services in QuickBrowZer mode.
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Using FM/MW/LW
Using Radio Data System (RDS)
Storing automatically (BTM)
1 Press MODE to change the band (FM1,
FM2, MW or LW).
2 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to
select [SET GENERAL], then press it.
3 Rotate the control dial to select [SET
BTM], then press it.
The unit stores stations in order of frequency on
the number buttons.
Tuning
1 Press MODE to change the band (FM1,
FM2, MW or LW).
2 Perform tuning.
To tune manually
Press and hold SEEK +/– to locate the
approximate frequency, then press SEEK +/–
repeatedly to fine adjust to the desired
frequency.
To tune automatically
Press SEEK +/–.
Scanning stops when the unit receives a station.
Storing manually
1 While receiving the station that you want
to store, press and hold a number button
(1 to 6) until [MEM] appears.
Receiving the stored stations
1 Select the band, then press a number
button (1 to 6).
Setting alternative frequencies (AF) and
traffic announcement (TA)
AF continuously retunes the station to the strongest
signal in a network, and TA provides current traffic
information or traffic programs (TP) if received.
1 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to
select [SET GENERAL], then press it.
2 Rotate the control dial to select [SET AF/
TA], then press it.
3 Rotate the control dial to select [SET AF-
ON], [SET TA-ON], [SET AF/TA-ON] or [SET
AF/TA-OFF], then press it.
To store RDS stations with the AF and TA
setting
You can preset RDS stations along with an AF/TA
setting. Set AF/TA, then store the station with BTM
or manually. If you preset manually, you can also
preset non-RDS stations.
To receive emergency announcements
With AF or TA on, emergency announcements will
automatically interrupt the currently selected
source.
To adjust the volume level during a traffic
announcement
Level will be stored into memory for subsequent
traffic announcements, independently from the
regular volume level.
To stay with one regional program
(REGIONAL)
When the AF and REGIONAL functions are on, you
will not be switched to another regional station
with a stronger frequency. If you leave this regional
program’s reception area, set [SET REG-OFF] in [SET
GENERAL] during FM reception (page 19).
This function does not work in the UK and some
other areas.
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Local Link function (UK only)
This function enables you to select other local
stations in the area, even if they are not stored on
your number buttons.
During FM reception, press a number button (1 to 6)
on which a local station is stored. Within 5 seconds,
press again a number button of the local station.
Repeat this procedure until the local station is
received.
Setting clock time (CT)
The CT data from the RDS transmission sets the
clock.
1 Set [SET CT-ON] in [SET GENERAL]
(page 19).
Selecting program types (PTY)
Use PTY to display or search for a desired program
type.
During DAB reception
1 Press PTY twice.
2 Rotate the control dial until the desired
program type appears, then press it.
The unit lists all services in the selected program
type.
3 Rotate the control dial until the desired
service appears, then press it.
Reception starts.
During FM reception
1 Press PTY.
2 Rotate the control dial until the desired
program type appears, then press it.
The unit starts to search for a station
broadcasting the selected program type.
Type of programs
NONE (No Program Type)*, NEWS (News), AFFAIRS
(Current Affairs), INFO (Information), SPORT
(Sports), EDUCATE (Education), DRAMA (Drama),
CULTURE (Culture), SCIENCE (Science), VARIED
(Varied), POP M (Pop Music), ROCK M (Rock Music),
EASY M (M.O.R. Music), LIGHT M (Light classical),
CLASSICS (Serious classical), OTHER M (Other
Music), WEATHER (Weather), FINANCE (Finance),
CHILDREN (Children’s program), SOCIAL A (Social
Affairs), RELIGION (Religion), PHONE IN (Phone In),
TRAVEL (Travel), LEISURE (Leisure), JAZZ (Jazz
Music), COUNTRY (Country Music), NATION M
(National Music), OLDIES (Oldies Music), FOLK M
(Folk Music), DOCUMENT (Documentary)
* May appear depending on the service during DAB
reception.
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Playback
Playing a USB Device
In these Operating Instructions, “iPod” is used as a
general reference for the iPod functions on an iPod
and iPhone, unless otherwise specified by the text
or illustrations.
For details on the compatibility of your iPod, see
“About iPod” (page 21) or visit the support site on
the back cover.
MSC (Mass Storage Class) and MTP (Media Transfer
Protocol) type USB devices (such as a USB flash
drive, digital media player, Android smartphone)
compliant with the USB standard can be used.
Depending on the digital media player or Android
smartphone, setting the USB connection mode to
MTP is required.
Notes
For details on the compatibility of your USB device,
visit the support site on the back cover.
Playback of the following files is not supported.
MP3/WMA/FLAC:
copyright-protected files
DRM (Digital Rights Management) files
Multi-channel audio files
MP3/WMA:
lossless compression files
1 Connect a USB device to the USB port
(page 9).
Playback starts.
If a device is already connected, to start
playback, press SRC to select [USB] ([IPD]
appears in the display when the iPod is
recognized).
2 Adjust the volume on this unit.
To stop playback
Press and hold OFF for 1 second.
To remove the device
Stop playback, then remove the device.
Caution for iPhone
When you connect an iPhone via USB, phone call
volume is controlled by the iPhone, not the unit. Do
not inadvertently increase the volume on the unit
during a call, as a sudden loud sound may result
when the call ends.
Operating an iPod directly (Passenger
control)
1 During playback, press and hold MODE
until [MODE IPOD] appears.
Operations of the iPod become available.
Note that the volume can be adjusted only by
the unit.
To exit pass eng e r co ntrol
Press and hold MODE until [MODE AUDIO] appears.
Playing a BLUETOOTH Device
You can play contents on a connected device that
supports BLUETOOTH A2DP (Advanced Audio
Distribution Profile).
1 Make BLUETOOTH connection with the
audio device (page 7).
2 Press SRC to select [BT AUDIO].
3 Operate the audio device to start
playback.
4 Adjust the volume on this unit.
Notes
Depending on the audio device, information such as
title, track number/time and playback status may not
be displayed on this unit.
Even if the source is changed on this unit, playback of
the audio device does not stop.
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To match the volume level of the BLUETOOTH
device to other sources
Start playback of the BLUETOOTH audio device at a
moderate volume, and set your usual listening
volume on the unit.
Press MENU, then select [SET SOUND] [SET BTA
VOL] (page 20).
Searching and Playing Tracks
Repeat play and shuffle play
1 During playback, press (repeat) or
(shuffle) repeatedly to select the desired
play mode.
Playback in the selected play mode may take
time to start.
Available play modes differ depending on the
selected sound source.
Searching a track by name (QuickBrowZer™)
1 During USB playback, press (browse)*
to display the list of search categories.
When the track list appears, press (back)
repeatedly to display the desired search
category.
* During USB playback, press (browse) for more
than 2 seconds to directly return to the beginning
of the category list.
2 Rotate the control dial to select the
desired search category, then press it to
confirm.
3 Repeat step 2 to search the desired track.
Playback starts.
To exit the Q uick-BrowZer m ode
Press (browse).
Searching by skipping items
(Jump mode)
1 Press (browse).
2 Press SEEK +.
3 Rotate the control dial to select the item.
The list is jumped in steps of 10% of the total
number of items.
4 Press ENTER to return to the Quick-
BrowZer mode.
The selected item appears.
5 Rotate the control dial to select the
desired item, then press it.
Playback starts.
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Handsfree Calling (via BLUETOOTH
only)
4 Rotate the control dial to select a
number from the number list, then press
it.
The phone call starts.
To use a cellular phone, connect it with this unit. For
details, see “Preparing a BLUETOOTH Device”
(page 7).
Receiving a Call
1 Press CALL when a call is received with a
ringtone.
The phone call starts.
Note
The ringtone and talker’s voice are output only from the
front speakers.
To reject the call
Press and hold OFF for 1 second.
To en d t h e call
Press CALL again.
Making a Call
You can make a call from the phonebook or call
history when a cellular phone supporting PBAP
(Phone Book Access Profile) is connected.
From the phonebook
1 Press CALL, rotate the control dial to
select [PHONE BOOK], then press it.
2 Rotate the control dial to select an initial
from the initial list, then press it.
3 Rotate the control dial to select a name
from the name list, then press it.
From the call history
1 Press CALL, rotate the control dial to
select [RECENT CALL], then press it.
A list of the call history appears.
2 Rotate the control dial to select a name
or phone number from the call history,
then press it.
The phone call starts.
By phone number input
1 Press CALL, rotate the control dial to
select [DIAL NUMBER], then press it.
2 Rotate the control dial to enter the
phone number, and lastly select [ ]
(space), then press ENTER*.
The phone call starts.
* To move the digital indication, press SEEK +/–.
Note
[_] appears instead of [#] on the display.
By redial
1 Press CALL, rotate the control dial to
select [REDIAL], then press it.
The phone call starts.
By preset number
1 Press SRC to select [BT PHONE].
2 Press a number button (1 to 6) to select
the contact you want to call.
3 Press ENTER.
The phone call starts.
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Presetting phone numbers
You can store up to 6 contacts in the preset dial.
1 Select a phone number that you want to store in
the preset dial, from the phonebook, call history or
by inputting the phone number directly.
The phone number appears in the display of this
unit.
2 Press and hold a number button (1 to 6) until [MEM]
appears.
The contact is stored in the selected preset number.
By voice tags
You can make a call by saying the voice tag stored
in a connected cellular phone that has a voice
dialing function.
1 Press CALL, rotate the control dial to
select [VOICE DIAL], then press it.
Alternatively, press and hold VOICE for more
than 2 seconds.
2 Say the voice tag stored on the cellular
phone.
Your voice is recognized, and the call is made.
To cancel voice dialing
Press VOICE.
Available Operations during
Call
To adjust the ringtone volume
Rotate the control dial while receiving a call.
To adjust the talker’s voice volume
Rotate the control dial during a call.
To adjust the volume for the other party (Mic
gain adjustment)
Press MIC.
Adjustable volume levels: [MIC-LOW], [MIC-MID],
[MIC-HI].
To reduce echo and noise (Echo Canceler/
Noise Canceler Mode)
Press and hold MIC.
Settable mode: [EC/NC-1], [EC/NC-2].
To switch between handsfree mode and
handheld mode
During a call, press MODE to switch the phone call
audio between the unit and cellular phone.
Note
Depending on the cellular phone, this operation may
not be available.
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Useful Functions
Using Siri Eyes Free
Siri Eyes Free allows you to use an iPhone
handsfree by simply speaking into the microphone.
This function requires you to connect an iPhone to
the unit via BLUETOOTH. Availability is limited
iPhone 4s or later. Make sure that your iPhone is
running the latest iOS version.
You must complete BLUETOOTH registration and
connection configurations for the iPhone with the
unit in advance. For details, see “Preparing a
BLUETOOTH Device” (page 7).
1 Activate the Siri function on the iPhone.
For details, refer to the operating instructions
supplied with the iPhone.
2 Press and hold VOICE for more than
2seconds.
The voice command display appears.
3 After the iPhone beeps, speak into the
microphone.
The iPhone beeps again, then Siri starts
responding.
To dea c t ivate S i r i Eye s F ree
Press VOICE.
Notes
The iPhone may not recognize your voice depending
on usage conditions. (For example, if you are in a
moving car.)
Siri Eyes Free may not function properly, or the
response time may lag in locations where iPhone
signals are difficult to receive.
Depending on the iPhone’s operating condition, Siri
Eyes Free may not function properly, or may quit.
If you play a track with an iPhone using the
BLUETOOTH audio connection, when the track starts
playback via BLUETOOTH, Siri Eyes Free automatically
quits and the unit switches to the BLUETOOTH audio
source.
When Siri Eyes Free is activated during audio
playback, the unit may switch to the BLUETOOTH
audio source even if you do not specify a track to play.
When connecting the iP hone to the USB port, Siri Eyes
Free may not function properly, or may quit.
When connecting the iPhone to the unit via USB, do
not activate Siri with the iPhone. Siri Eyes Free may
not function properly, or may quit.
There is no audio sound while Siri Eyes Free is
activated.
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Settings
Canceling the DEMO Mode
You can cancel the demonstration display which
appears when the source is off and the clock is
displayed.
1 Press MENU, rotate the control dial to
select [SET GENERAL], then press it.
2 Rotate the control dial to select [SET
DEMO], then press it.
3 Rotate the control dial to select [SET
DEMO-OFF], then press it.
The setting is complete.
4 Press (back) twice.
The display returns to normal reception/play
mode.
Basic Setting Operation
You can set items in the following setup categories:
General setup (GENERAL), Sound setup (SOUND),
Display setup (DISPLAY), BLUETOOTH setup (BT)
(Not available when the BT phone is selected.)
1 Press MENU.
2 Rotate the control dial to select the setup
category, then press it.
The items that can be set differ depending on
the source and settings.
3 Rotate the control dial to select the
options, then press it.
To return to the previous display
Press (back).
General Setup (GENERAL)
DEMO (demonstration)
Activates the demonstration: [ON], [OFF].
CLOCK-ADJ (clock adjust) (page 7)
CAUT ALM (caution alarm)
Activates the caution alarm: [ON], [OFF]
(page 6).
(Available only while the source is off and the
clock is displayed.)
BEEP
Activates the beep sound: [ON], [OFF].
AUTO OFF
Shuts off automatically after a desired time
when the unit is turned off: [NO], [30S] (30
seconds), [30M] (30 minutes), [60M] (60
minutes).
CT (clock time)
Activates the CT function: [ON], [OFF].
AF/TA (alternative frequencies/traffic
announcement)
Selects the alternative frequencies (AF) and
traffic announcement (TA) setting: [AF-ON], [TAON], [AF/TA-ON], [AF/TA-OFF].
REGIONAL
Restricts reception to a specific region: [ON],
[OFF]. (Available only when FM is received.)
BTM (best tuning memory) (page 12)
(Available only when the tuner (FM/MW/LW) is
selected.)
ANNOUNCE (announcement)
Enables broadcast announcements: [ON], [OFF].
SOFTLINK
Searches for and tunes to the similar program
automatically when the signal of the current
program is too weak to receive: [ON], [OFF].
(Available only during DAB reception.)
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ANT-PWR (antenna power)
Supplies power to the DAB antenna (aerial) input
terminal: [ON], [OFF]. (Available only when the
unit is turned off or during DAB reception.)
AUTOSCAN (auto scan)
Performs an auto scan to update the list of
services in Quick-BrowZer mode. (Available only
during DAB reception.)
Sound Setup (SOUND)
This setup menu is available when any source
except for the BT phone is selected.
EQ5 PRESET
Selects an equalizer curve from 10 equalizer
curves or off:
[OFF], [R&B], [ROCK], [POP], [DANCE], [HIP-HOP],
[ELECTRONICA], [JAZZ], [SOUL], [COUNTRY],
[CUSTOM].
The equalizer curve setting can be memorized
for each source.
EQ5 SETTING
Sets [CUSTOM] of EQ5.
BASE
Selects a preset equalizer curve as a basis for
further customizing: [BAND1] (low frequency),
[BAND2] (mid-low frequency), [BAND3] (mid
frequency), [BAND4] (mid-high frequency),
[BAND5] (high frequency).
The volume level is adjustable in 1 dB steps,
from -10 dB to +10 dB.
BALANCE
Adjusts the sound balance: [RIGHT-15] –
[CENTER] – [LEFT-15].
FADER
Adjusts the relative level: [FRONT-15] – [CENTER]
– [REAR-15].
S.WOOFER (subwoofer)
SW LEVEL (subwoofer level)
Adjusts the subwoofer volume level:
[+6 dB] – [0 dB] – [-6 dB], [ATT].
([ATT] is displayed at the lowest setting.)
SW PHASE (subwoofer phase)
Selects the subwoofer phase: [NORM], [REV].
LPF FREQ (low pass filter frequency)
Selects the subwoofer cut-off frequency: [80Hz],
[100Hz], [120Hz].
AUX VOL (AUX volume level)
Adjusts the volume level for each connected
auxiliary device: [+18 dB] – [0 dB] – [-8 dB].
This setting negates the need to adjust the
volume level between sources.
BTA VOL (BLUETOOTH audio volume level)
Adjusts the volume level for each connected
BLUETOOTH device: [+6 dB] – [0 dB] – [-6 dB].
This setting negates the need to adjust the
volume level between sources.
Display Setup (DISPLAY)
DIMMER
Changes the display brightness: [ON], [OFF].
SND SYNC (sound synchronization)
Activates the synchronization of the illumination
with the sound: [ON], [OFF].
AUTO SCR (auto scroll)
Scrolls long items automatically: [ON], [OFF].
(Not available when the AUX or tuner (FM/MW/
LW) is selected.)
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BLUETOOTH Setup (BT)
Folder (alb um)
Audio file (track)
PAI RIN G (page 7)
PHONE BOOK (page 16)
REDIAL (page 16)
RECENT CALL (page 16)
VOICE DIAL (page 17)
DIAL NUMBER (page 16)
RINGTONE
Selects whether this unit or the connected
cellular phone outputs the ringtone: [1] (this
unit), [2] (cellular phone).
AUTO ANS (auto answer)
Sets this unit to answer an incoming call
automatically: [OFF], [1] (about 3 seconds), [2]
(about 10 seconds).
AUTOPAIR (auto pairing)
Start BLUETOOTH pairing automatically when
iOS device version 5.0 or later is connected via
USB: [ON], [OFF].
BT SIGNL (BLUETOOTH signal) (page 8)
Activates/deactivates the BLUETOOTH function.
BT INIT (BLUETOOTH initialize)
Initializes all the BLUETOOTH related settings
(pairing information, preset number, device
information, etc.): [YES], [NO].
When disposing the unit, initialize all the
settings.
(Available only while the source is off and the
clock is displayed.)
Additional Information
Precautions
Cool off the unit beforehand if your car has been
parked in direct sunlight.
Do not leave the front panel or audio devices
brought in inside the car, or it may cause
malfunction due to high temperature in direct
sunlight.
Power antenna (aerial) extends automatically.
To maintain high sound quality
Do not splash liquid onto the unit.
Playback order of audio files
About iPod
You can connect to the following iPod models.
Update your iPod devices to the latest software
before use.
Compatible iPhone/iPod models
Compatible Model USB
iPhone 6 Plus
iPhone 6
iPhone 5s
iPhone 5c
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Compatible Model USB
iPhone 5
iPhone 4s
iPhone 4
iPhone 3GS
iPod touch (5th generation)
iPod touch (4th generation)
iPod touch (3rd generation)
iPod classic
iPod nano (7th generation)
iPod nano (6th generation)
iPod nano (5th generation)
“Made for iPod,” and “Made for iPhone,” mean
that an electronic accessory has been designed to
connect specifically to iPod or iPhone,
respectively, and has been certified by the
developer to meet Apple performance standards.
Apple is not responsible for the operation of this
device or its compliance with safety and
regulatory standards. Please note that the use of
this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect
wireless performance.
If you have any questions or problems concerning
your unit that are not covered in this manual,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
Maintenance
Cleaning the connectors
The unit may not function properly if the
connectors between the unit and the front panel
are not clean. In order to prevent this, detach the
front panel (page 6) and clean the connectors with
a cotton swab. Do not apply too much force.
Otherwise, the connectors may be damaged.
Notes
For safety, turn off the ignition before cleaning the
connectors, and remove the key from the ignition
switch.
Never touch the connectors directly with your fingers
or with any metal device.
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Specifications
Tuner section
DAB/DAB+/DMB-R
Tuning range: 174.928 – 239.200 MHz
Usable sensitivity: -97 dBm
Antenna (aerial) terminal:
External antenna (aerial) connector
FM
Tuning range: 87.5 – 108.0 MHz
Antenna (aerial) terminal:
External antenna (aerial) connector
Intermediate frequency:
FM CCIR: -1,956.5 to -487.3 kHz and
+500.0 to +2,095.4 kHz
Usable sensitivity: 7 dBf
Selectivity: 75 dB at 400 kHz
Signal-to-noise ratio: 73 dB
Separation: 50 dB at 1 kHz
Frequency response: 20 – 15,000 Hz
MW/LW
Tuning range:
MW: 531 – 1,602 kHz
LW: 153 – 279 kHz
Antenna (aerial) terminal:
External antenna (aerial) connector
Sensitivity: MW: 26 V, LW: 50 V
USB Player section
Interface: USB (Full-speed)
Maximum current: 1 A
The maximum number of recognizable tracks:
folders (albums): 256
files (tracks) per folder: 256
Corresponding codec:
MP3 (.mp3)
Bit rate: 8 – 320 kbps (Supports VBR (Variable
Bit Rate))
Sampling rate: 16 – 48 kHz
WMA (.wma)
Bit rate: 32 – 192 kbps (Supports VBR (Variable
Bit Rate))
Sampling rate: 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
FLAC (.flac)
Bit depth: 16 bit, 24 bit
Sampling rate: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz
Wireless Communication
Communication System:
BLUETOOTH Standard version 3.0
Output:
BLUETOOTH Standard Power Class 2
(Max. +4 dBm)
Maximum communication range:
Line of sight approx. 10 m (33 ft)*
Frequency band:
2.4 GHz band (2.4000 – 2.4835 GHz)
Modulation method: FHSS
Compatible BLUETOOTH Profiles*
A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) 1.3
AVRCP (Audio Video Remote Control Profile) 1.3
HFP (Handsfree Profile) 1.6
PBAP (Phone Book Access Profile)
Corresponding codec:
SBC (.sbc)
*1 The actual range will vary depending on factors such
as obstacles between devices, magnetic fields
around a microwave oven, static electricity,
reception sensitivity, antenna (aerial)’s performance,
operating system, software application, etc.
*2 BLUETOOTH standard profiles indicate the purpose
of BLUETOOTH communication between devices.
1
2
:
Power amplifier section
Output: Speaker outputs
Speaker impedance: 4 – 8 ohms
Maximum power output: 55 W × 4 (at 4 ohms)
General
Outputs:
Audio outputs terminal (rear, sub)
Power antenna (aerial)/Power amplifier control
terminal (REM OUT)
Inputs:
Remote controller input terminal
DAB antenna (aerial) input terminal
FM/MW/LW antenna (aerial) input terminal
AUX input jack (stereo mini jack)
USB port
Power requirements: 12 V DC car battery (negative
ground (earth))
Rated current consumption: 10 A
Dimensions:
Approx. 178 mm × 50 mm × 120 mm
1
(7
/8 in × 2 in × 4 3/4 in) (w/h/d)
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Mounting dimensions:
Approx. 182 mm × 53 mm × 102 mm
1
(7
/4 in × 2 1/8 in × 4 1/8 in) (w/h/d)
Mass: Approx. 0.7 kg (1 lb 9 oz)
Package contents:
Main unit (1)
Parts for installation and connections (1 set)
Your dealer may not handle some of the above
listed accessories. Please ask the dealer for detailed
information.
Design and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Copyrights
The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered
trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any
use of such marks by Sony Corporation is under
license. Other trademarks and trade names are
those of their respective owners.
The N-Mark is a trademark or registered trademark
of NFC Forum, Inc. in the United States and in other
countries.
Windows Media is either a registered trademark or
trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United
States and/or other countries.
This product is protected by certain intellectual
property rights of Microsoft Corporation. Use or
distribution of such technology outside of this
product is prohibited without a license from
Microsoft or an authorized Microsoft subsidiary.
iPhone, iPod, iPod classic, iPod nano, iPod touch,
and Siri are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in
the U.S. and other countries.
MPEG Layer-3 audio coding technology and patents
licensed from Fraunhofer IIS and Thomson.
Google, Google Play and Android are trademarks of
Google Inc.
libFLAC
Copyright (C) 2000-2009 Josh Coalson
Copyright (C) 2011-2013 Xiph.Org Foundation
Redistribution and use in source and binary forms,
with or without modification, are permitted
provided that the following conditions are met:
Redistributions of source code must retain the
above copyright notice, this list of conditions and
the following disclaimer.
Redistributions in binary form must reproduce
the above copyright notice, this list of conditions
and the following disclaimer in the
documentation and/or other materials provided
with the distribution.
Neither the name of the Xiph.org Foundation nor
the names of its contributors may be used to
endorse or promote products derived from this
software without specific prior written
permission.
THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE COPYRIGHT
HOLDERS AND CONTRIBUTORS “AS IS” AND ANY
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO
EVENT SHALL THE FOUNDATION OR CONTRIBUTORS
BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL,
SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR
SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR
BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED AND
ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN
CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING
NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) ARISING IN ANY WAY
OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.
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Troubleshooting
The following checklist will help you remedy
problems you may encounter with your unit.
Before going through the checklist below, check
the connection and operating procedures.
For details on using the fuse and removing the unit
from the dashboard, see “Connection/Installation”
(page 29).
If the problem is not solved, visit the suppor t site on
the back cover.
General
No sound or the sound is very low.
The position of the fader control [FADER] is not
set for a 2-speaker system.
The volume of the unit and/or connected device
is very low.
Increase the volume of the unit and connected
device.
No beep sound.
An optional power amplifier is connected and
you are not using the built-in amplifier.
The contents of the memory have been erased.
The power supply lead or battery has been
disconnected or not connected properly.
Stored stations and correct time are erased.
The fuse has blown.
Makes a noise when the position of the ignition
is switched.
The leads are not matched correctly with the car’s
accessory power connector.
During playback or reception, the demonstration
mode starts.
If no operation is performed for 5 minutes with
[DEMO-ON] set, the demonstration mode starts.
Set [DEMO-OFF] (page 19).
The display disappears from/does not appear in
the display window.
The dimmer is set to [DIM-ON] (page 20).
The display disappears if you press and hold OFF.
Press OFF on the unit until the display appears.
The connectors are dirty (page 22).
The display/illumination flashes.
The power supply is not sufficient.
Check that the car battery supplies enough
power to the unit. (The power requirement is
12 V DC.)
The operation buttons do not function.
The connection is not correct.
Check the connection of the unit.
If the situation does not improve, press DSPL
and (back)/MODE for more than 2 seconds
to reset the unit.
The contents stored in memory are erased.
For your safety, do not reset the unit while you
are driving.
Radio reception
Stations cannot be received.
The sound is hampered by noises.
The connection is not correct.
Check the connection of the car antenna
(aerial).
If the auto antenna (aerial) will not extend,
check the connection of the power antenna
(aerial) control lead.
See [NO SERV] (page 28) for details when the DAB
signal cannot be received.
Preset tuning is not possible.
The broadcast signal is too weak.
RDS
The SEEK starts after a few seconds of listening.
The station is non-TP or has weak signal.
Deactivate TA (page 12).
No traffic announcements.
Activate TA (page 12).
The station does not broadcast any traffic
announcements despite being TP.
Tune in another station.
PTY displays [- - - - - - - -].
The current station is not an RDS station.
RDS data has not been received.
The station does not specify the program type.
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Program service name flashes.
There is no alternative frequency for the current
station.
Press SEEK +/– while the program service name
is flashing. [PI SEEK] appears and the unit starts
searching for another frequency with the same
PI (program identification) data.
USB device playback
You cannot play items via a USB hub.
This unit cannot recognize USB devices via a USB
hub.
A USB device takes longer to play.
The USB device contains files with a complicated
tree structure.
The sound is intermittent.
The sound may be intermittent at a high-bit-rate.
DRM (Digital Rights Management) files may not
be playable in some cases.
Audio file cannot be played.
USB device formatted with file systems other
than FAT16 or FAT32 are unsupported.*
* This unit supports FAT16 and FAT32, but some USB
device may not support all of these FAT. For details,
refer to the operating instruction of each USB device
or contact the manufacturer.
NFC function
One touch connection (NFC) is not possible.
If the smartphone does not respond to the
touching.
Check that the NFC function of the smartphone
is turned on.
Move the N-Mark part of the smartphone
closer to the N-Mark part on this unit.
If the smartphone is in a case, remove it.
NFC receiving sensitivity depends on the device.
If One touch connection with the smartphone
fails several times, make BLUETOOTH connection
manually.
BLUETOOTH function
The connecting device cannot detect this unit.
Before the pairing is made, set this unit to pairing
standby mode.
While connected to a BLUETOOTH device, this
unit cannot be detected from another device.
Disconnect the current connection and search
for this unit from another device.
When the device pairing is made, set the
BLUETOOTH signal output to on (page 8).
Connection is not possible.
The connection is controlled from one side (this
unit or BLUETOOTH device), but not both.
Connect to this unit from a BLUETOOTH device
or vice versa.
The name of the detected device does not
appear.
Depending on the status of the other device, it
may not be possible to obtain the name.
No ringtone.
Adjust the volume by rotating the control dial
while receiving a call.
Depending on the connecting device, the
ringtone may not be sent properly.
Set [RINGTONE] to [1] (page 21).
The front speakers are not connected to the unit.
Connect the front speakers to the unit. The
ringtone is output only from the front speakers.
The talker’s voice cannot be heard.
The front speakers are not connected to the unit.
Connect the front speakers to the unit. The
talker’s voice is output only from the front
speakers.
A call partner says that the volume is too low or
high.
Adjust the volume accordingly using mic gain
adjustment (page 17).
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Echo or noise occurs in phone call conversations.
Lower the volume.
Set EC/NC Mode to [EC/NC-1] or [EC/NC-2]
(page 17).
If the ambient noise other than the phone call
sound is loud, try reducing this noise.
E.g.: If a window is open and road noise, etc., is
loud, shut the window. If an air conditioner is
loud, lower the air conditioner.
The phone is not connected.
When BLUETOOTH audio is played, the phone is
not connected even if you press CALL.
Connect from the phone.
The phone sound quality is poor.
Phone sound quality depends on reception
conditions of cellular phone.
Move your car to a place where you can
enhance the cellular phone’s signal if the
reception is poor.
The volume of the connected audio device is low
(high).
Volume level will differ depending on the audio
device.
Adjust the volume of the connected audio
device or this unit.
The sound skips during playback of a
BLUETOOTH audio device.
Reduce the distance between the unit and the
BLUETOOTH audio device.
If the BLUETOOTH audio device is stored in a case
which interrupts the signal, remove the audio
device from the case during use.
Several BLUETOOTH devices or other devices
which emit radio waves are in use nearby.
Turn off the other devices.
Increase the distance from the other devices.
The playback sound stops momentarily when the
connection between this unit and the cellular
phone is being made. This is not a malfunction.
The connected BLUETOOTH audio device cannot
be controlled.
Check that the connected BLUETOOTH audio
device supports AVRCP.
Some functions do not work.
Check if the connecting device supports the
functions in question.
A call is answered unintentionally.
The connecting phone is set to answer a call
automatically.
Pairing failed due to a timeout.
Depending on the connecting device, the time
limit for pairing may be short.
Try completing the pairing within the time.
BLUETOOTH function cannot operate.
Turn off the unit by pressing OFF for more than
2 seconds, then turn the unit on again.
No sound is output from the car speakers during
handsfree call.
If the sound is output from the cellular phone, set
the cellular phone to output the sound from the
car speakers.
Siri Eyes Free is not activated.
Perform the handsfree registration for an iPhone
that supports Siri Eyes Free.
Set the Siri function on the iPhone to on.
Cancel the BLUETOOTH connection with the
iPhone and the unit, and reconnect.
Error displays/Messages
HUB NO SUPRT: USB hubs are not supported.
IPD STOP: iPod playback has finished.
Operate your iPod/iPhone to start playback.
NO AF: No alternative frequencies.
Press SEEK +/– while the program service name is
flashing. The unit starts searching for another
frequency with the same PI (program
identification) data ([PI SEEK] appears).
NO DATA
There is no DAB service for the selected program
type.
Press (back).
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NO INFO (no information)
There is no label information for the current DAB
service.
NO SERV (no service)
The DAB signal cannot be received.
Perform an auto scan (page 11).
Check the connection of the DAB antenna
(aerial).
Check that [ANT-PWR] is set to [ON] (page 20).
NO TP: No traffic programs.
The unit will continue searching for available TP
stations.
OVERLOAD: The USB device is overloaded.
Disconnect the USB device, then press SRC to
select another source.
The USB device has a fault, or an unsupported
device is connected.
READ: Now reading information.
Wait until reading is complete and playback
starts automatically. This may take some time
depending on the file organization.
RECEIVING
The DAB band is selected and the unit is waiting
to receive a service.
USB ERROR: The USB device cannot be played.
Connect the USB device again.
USB NO DEV: A USB device is not connected or
recognized.
Make sure the USB device or USB cable is securely
connected.
USB NO MUSIC: There is no playable file.
Connect a USB device containing playable files
(page 23).
USB NO SUPRT: The USB device is not supported.
For details on the compatibility of your USB
device, visit the support site on the back cover.
For BLUETOOTH function:
ERROR: The selected operation could not be
performed.
Wait for a while, then try again.
NO DEV: The BLUETOOTH device is not connected
or recognized.
Make sure the BLUETOOTH device is securely
connected, or the BLUETOOTH connection is
established with the BLUETOOTH device.
P EMPTY: No phone numbers are stored.
UNKNOWN: A name or phone number cannot be
displayed.
WITHHELD: The phone number is hidden by the
caller.
If these solutions do not help improve the situation,
consult your nearest Sony dealer.
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Connection/Installation
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Cautions
Run all ground (earth) leads to a common
ground (earth) point.
Do not get the leads trapped under a screw, or
caught in moving parts (e.g., seat railing).
Before making connections, turn the car ignition
off to avoid short circuits.
Connect the power supply lead to the unit and
speakers before connecting it to the auxiliary
power connector.
Be sure to insulate any loose unconnected leads
with electrical tape for safety.
Precautions
Choose the installation location carefully so that
the unit will not interfere with normal driving
operations.
Avoid installing the unit in areas subject to dust,
dirt, excessive vibration, or high temperature,
such as in direct sunlight or near heater ducts.
Use only the supplied mounting hardware for a
safe and secure installation.
Note on the power supply lead (yellow)
When connecting this unit in combination with other
stereo components, the amperage rating of the car
circuit to which the unit is connected must be higher
than the sum of each component’s fuse amperage
rating.
Mounting angle adjustment
Adjust the mounting angle to less than 45°.
Parts List for Installation
This parts list does not include all the package
contents.
The bracket and the protection collar are
attached to the unit before shipping. Before
mounting the unit, use the release keys to
remove the bracket from the unit. For details,
see “Removing the protection collar and the
bracket” (page 33).
Keep the release keys for future use as they are
also necessary if you remove the unit from your
car.
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Connection
from a wired remote control
(not supplied)*
4
See “Power connection diagram” (page 32)
for details.
from a car antenna (aerial)*
5
*
3
Power amplifier*
1
For details, see “Making
connections” (page 31).
*
2
Subwoofer*
1
*
3
from DAB antenna (aerial)
(not supplied)*
6
*1 Not supplied
*2 Speaker impedance: 4 – 8 × 4
*3 RCA pin cord (not supplied)
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*4 Depending on the type of car, use an adaptor for a
wired remote control (not supplied).
*5 Depending on the type of car, use an adaptor (not
supplied) if the antenna connector does not fit.
*6 Set [SET ANT-PWR] to [ON] (default) or [OFF]
depending on the type of DAB antenna (aerial)
(page 20).
Max. supply current 0.1 A
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